I turn coffee
into web apps.
(Occasionally the other way around too.)
Frontend Team Lead & Full Stack Developer with 10+ years of turning good ideas into fast, scalable things people actually use.
From idea to production,
I do it all.
Whether you need to build something new or level up an existing product, I'm here to help you ship with confidence.
- React & Next.js application development.
- Performance-first architecture from day one.
- Type-safe, well-tested, and maintainable codebases.
- Years of shipping production-grade frontend systems.
- Strong eye for UX and design engineering.
- Frontend team leadership and mentorship.
- Code reviews, architecture decisions, best practices.
- Cross-functional collaboration with design and backend.
- CI/CD, testing strategy, and deployment pipelines.
- Experience leading high-performing frontend teams.
- Full stack perspective — frontend, backend, and cloud.
I use AI-assisted tools to move faster and think sharper — not to replace judgment. The best results come from pairing AI's speed with human taste and ownership. Every line I ship, I understand and stand behind.
Shipped fast,
Learned faster.
2025 was a year of stepping up. New responsibilities, bigger systems, higher stakes. Led a frontend team through major architectural changes and shipped products used by real people every day.
The tooling landscape shifted fast — AI pair programming, server components, edge runtimes. Stayed sharp by staying curious.
Wrote more TypeScript than ever. Broke more things in staging so production could stay clean. Reviewed hundreds of PRs and tried to make every piece of feedback count.
The goal is always the same: build things worth building, and make the team around you better in the process.
Built for the modern web
Over 9 years building for the web — from pixel-perfect Figma-to-React conversions to full stack Next.js platforms. TypeScript-first, performance-obsessed, and comfortable across the whole stack: APIs, cloud (AWS, Cloudflare, Azure), CI/CD, and testing.
Full-Stack && Cross-PlatformLove learning new tools. Happy to go deep on whatever the project needs.
Open Source & Contributions
I believe in writing code that others can build on.
Open source is how the best tools get made.
View my work on GitHub
Work
10+ YRS EXP
I'm currently working as a Team Lead - Technology, managing a FE Team, developing scalable and efficient web applications that enhance user experiences and solve complex problems through innovative technology solutions.
Worked as a Senior Front-End Engineer, building and shipping high-quality UI features across the platform, collaborating closely with product and design to deliver performant, accessible experiences.
What colleagues
actually say
A highly reliable and resourceful professional who consistently delivers results with efficiency, dedication, and a positive attitude.
I enjoyed working with Sai Krishna on our CMR+ product development. He has good expertise in React and excels in converting Figma designs into functional, pixel-perfect components. Sai is great at designing reusable components and always supports the team with his technical knowledge and collaborative approach. He is reliable, detail-oriented, and a true asset to any team.
I have had the privilege of working with Sai for the entirety of my five years at AntWorks, and it has been an absolute pleasure collaborating with him on numerous projects. One of our standout achievements was a complete revamp of the company website. Although managing the website wasn't strictly within Sai's day-to-day role, he took on this additional responsibility with enthusiasm and dedication. Balancing this alongside his primary tasks, Sai not only maintained the technical aspects of the site but also suggested innovative ways to enhance engagement and improve our online presence. His proactive contributions were invaluable to the success of the project. What truly sets Sai apart is his reliability and commitment. No matter the time or the urgency—despite the challenges of working across different time zones—Sai was always available and ready to tackle emergencies with grace and efficiency. Beyond his technical expertise, Sai is a fantastic team member. His friendly, upbeat attitude creates a positive work environment, and he has a remarkable ability to bring energy and encouragement to the team. I wholeheartedly recommend Sai for any opportunity he pursues. He is an incredibly talented professional and a wonderful person to work with.
Working with Sai has been an absolute joy. As a full-stack developer with mastery in Moodle and WordPress, he brings not just technical brilliance but also a refreshing sense of fun and collaboration to every project. He's a fast learner, adapting seamlessly to new tools and challenges, and always goes the extra mile to support the team. Dependable, innovative, and always up for a challenge, Sai is the person you want by your side when you're aiming for success—with a good laugh along the way!
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About
UTC + 5:30
I started my journey in tech with a deep curiosity for how things look and feel on screen — building 50+ custom WordPress sites with bespoke themes, plugins, and CRM integrations before finding my real home in modern JavaScript.
I'm Sai Krishna Daddala — a Frontend Team Lead in the Technology team, working at the intersection of great design and solid engineering. I specialize in React and Next.js, with strong roots across the full stack.
My experience spans turning Figma designs into pixel-perfect, responsive components, scaling frontend systems for large user bases, and leading teams to ship high-quality code consistently. I've worked across the stack — from REST APIs and cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) to automated test suites and performance-tuned UIs.
I care deeply about developer experience, performance, and maintainability. Write code that scales, lead with clarity, ship things you're proud of.
Always building, always learning. ✌️